The Regulars: Central Astoria Local Development Coalition (CALDC) invites everyone to come out and enjoy the final performance of our 2014 Waterfront Concert Series with The Regulars, a rock ‘n’ roll band who proudly and defiantly stand up to trends and fads and make the fistpumping, lighter-waving music we all can’t live without. On Thursday, August 14 at 7:30 p.m. […]
FIAO Annual Run/Walk
Every July, hundreds of people flock to the Federation of Italian American Organizations of Queens’ (FIAO) annual 5k Run/Walk race in the hopes of not only competing against locals from the neighborhood, but also to help fight drug abuse. Run by President and long distance runner Joe DiPietro, the July 20 race is about a 3.1 loop on 20th Avenue […]
Meng’s ‘Desecration Of Cemeteries’ Bill Passed
Legislation sponsored by Congressmember Grace Meng to make desecration of cemeteries a violation of religious freedom anywhere in the world was passed by both Houses of Congress last week. Meng noted also that the Protect Cemeteries Act, a bipartisan bill, would amend the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 to include the vandalizing of cemeteries as one of many infringements […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. BVM Help of Christians:Thursdays, 9:30 am-noon: Food Pantryopen to those in need. Donations beingaccepted all other times. 70-31 48 Ave,Woodside, info 718.672.4848 ext. 11.****Chabad of Rego Park:Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 am: Women’s TorahSeries – weekly classes with ShulamisBlokh. 97-17 64th Rd, Second Floor,718.393.3085. ****Church of the Resurrection:Last two Saturdays […]
Fedkowskyj Attends CEC D24 Homeless Shelter Meeting
New York state Assembly candidate Dmytro Fedkowskyj attended a Community Education Council District 24 (CECD 24) meeting on August 6, at P.S. 128 in Middle Village to discuss the impact of proposed homeless shelters within the district on area schools. Fedkowskyj, a longtime civic leader and community advocate, is running for the New York state Assembly, 30th District, as a […]
Robin Williams
Thank you for years of entertaining and making us laugh. From the staff and management of the Queens Gazette.
Crowley Strongly Condemns Attack On Sikh Businessman
Congressmember Joseph Crowley, a staunch opponent of hate crimes committed against Sikhs, condemned the attack on a Queens Sikh businessman who was injured after being run down by a pickup truck outside his office last week. Last Wednesday, Crowley joined with advocates and the Sikh American community in Queens to rally behind the victim and call for justice. Commenting on […]
Gazette Calendar Of Events
Dates & times are subject to change. To list your event, send info to qgazette@aol.com, or 42-16 34th Ave, Astoria 11101, TWO weeks prior to the event. COMMUNITY MEETINGS CLUBS Bella Italia Mia ($5m/ $7nm) Christthe King HS, 3rd Floor, 68-02Metropolitan Ave, Middle Village-Magnanini Winery Trip ($80 incl. 6-course meal, dancing, wine tasting)Newburgh NY. Deposit ($40) due nowor full payment. […]
Liu Releases Transportation Plan
Former city comptroller and candidate for state senate, John Liu has released his Transportation Plan outlining affordability, accessibility and accountability, in the following sections: Less Expensive and Expanded Bus Service As a matter of public policy and for greater economic prosperity, the state should adopt policies and provide resources which encourage more use of mass transit and less use of […]
KC Remembers Days At Shea With His Sunshine Band
KC and the Sunshine Band are still as widely popular today as they were when they first danced into the music scene 40 years ago. Harry Wayne Casey – KC for short – developed a unique fusion of R&B and funk, with a hint of a Latin percussion groove, giving us an impressive string of hits like Get Down Tonight, […]